The personal injury attorneys with The Advocates have been representing motorcycle accident victims for decades. We understand how disastrous motorcycle collisions can be, particularly for bikers and their families.
If you or a loved one has been injured in a motorcycle crash in Omaha, Lincoln, or elsewhere in Nebraska and need a competent, caring attorney for your personal injury claim, contact The Advocates for a free consultation. We are standing by, ready to help you get on the road to recovery.
Immediately after your accident, check for injuries
Contact The Advocates as soon as possible to begin the road to recovery
Seek medical attention as soon as you can
Get any property damage assessed and repaired
Once you've completed treatment, your case can move forward
Your Advocate will send a demand letter to the other party
Not every motorcycle accident requires an attorney. However, if the accident resulted in injuries or significant property damage, it is a good idea to contact a lawyer who specializes in Nebraska motorcycle accidents. An experienced personal injury attorney can help you navigate the claims process, which can be lengthy and complex.
Your Nebraska attorney will build your case, keep track of your medical records, negotiate with insurance companies, and represent you in court if necessary. Studies have shown that accident victims who hire a personal injury lawyer can receive settlements up to 3.5 times larger than if they settled on their own.
The best way to know if you have a case is to speak with an attorney in our Nebraska office who specializes in motorcycle accident claims. The Advocates offer free consultations—you can speak with a qualified legal team to understand what your case is worth without paying a dime. Once you have decided to hire an Advocate attorney, we will investigate your accident to firmly establish liability.
Your initial consultation with us is always 100% free. There are never any upfront costs or hidden fees when you hire The Advocates.
Our attorneys work on a contingency basis, which means that our attorney fees are calculated as a percentage of your settlement. You will not pay us unless we win your case, and you receive a settlement for your motorcycle claim in Nebraska.
Every personal injury case is different. There is no one-size-fits-all solution to accident claims. The length of the claims process will depend on the severity of your injuries, the willingness of the other party to settle, the court’s caseload, and more.
In general, personal injury cases can take anywhere from several months to a few years. It’s important to contact an attorney as soon as possible to get your case started. Each state has a statute of limitations for personal injury cases, after which you will lose your right of action.
When you hire The Advocates, we will begin investigating your accident immediately while you finish medical treatment. Once all evidence and medical records have been compiled, your attorney will send a demand letter to the other party’s insurance company. At this point, negotiations will begin.
In many cases, a settlement can be reached during negotiations. If the other party refuses to make a fair offer, you may choose to file a suit. In the litigation phase, your attorney will represent you in court in front of a judge, jury, and/or arbitrator.
For years, The Nebraska Advocates have helped thousands of personal injury victims receive the compensation and care they deserve after their accidents, and we are prepared to do the same for you.
We can help you:
Depending on the nature of your accident and the protective gear you were wearing at the time, motorcycle crashes can lead to catastrophic injuries, or even fatalities. Some common injuries after motorcycle accidents include:
In the state of Nebraska, a motorcycle is defined as a vehicle that:
This definition includes autocycles, but does not include mopeds, e-bikes, or tractors.
Lane splitting, or the practice of motorcycles sharing lanes with passenger vehicles to reduce traffic congestion, is illegal in Nebraska.
Any operator or passenger of a motorcycle must wear a helmet while riding in Nebraska. The helmet must have the following features:
The helmet must also meet or exceed the US Department of Transportation’s standards for motorcycle helmets.
A motorcyclist must obtain a Class M motorcycle license in order to operate a motorcycle in Nebraska. To obtain the license, a rider must:
A motorcycle must be equipped with the following in order to ride on Nebraska roadways:
A motorcycle may only carry as many passengers as it was designed to seat. This means that the operator and passenger must both sit astride a permanent, regular seat. Passengers must also have footrests.
If you were injured in a motorcycle accident, you will need to prove liability in order to obtain a settlement. Nebraska is a comparative negligence state, meaning that both drivers may be found partially responsible for the accident. You may not be more than 50% at-fault in order to file a claim. Your claim will be reduced according to the level of responsibility you had in causing the accident.
The at-fault driver’s insurance company will do whatever they can to keep you from getting a fair settlement offer. They may fight you at every turn, refusing to compensate you for the damages you incurred after your accident.
The Advocates’ personal injury law firm understands that when recovering from injuries, the last thing you want to do is fight with insurance adjusters or worry about whether your bills will get paid. We have decades of experience helping accident victims obtain fair settlements, and we are ready to help you too.
We are here for you every step of the way, from helping you get your motorcycle repaired to explaining your medical bills. The Advocates truly care about you and your recovery, and our goal is the same as yours: a successful motorcycle accident claim.
Contact us today for a free case evaluation. You deserve personalized legal help that is based on your needs. You deserve an Advocate.